1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 46 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Picanto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 969 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, 2005 Kia Picanto (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | QB | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
