1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 459 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | QB | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |