1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 830 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |