1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 1080 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 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | QB | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |