1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 47 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 903 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | QB | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
