1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 691 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Carol weights approximately 249 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 58 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | QB | Carol |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 30 L |