1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2009 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 50 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 904 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, 2009 Daewoo Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2009 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Berkeley | Daewoo |
| Model | QB | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
