1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 49 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cerato weights approximately 943 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 2008 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | QB | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 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 |
