1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 769 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
