1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 666 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 Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | QB | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |
