1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 509 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 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | QB | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
