1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1259 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 Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | Previa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |