1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1484 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | QB | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
