1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1517 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.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
| Model | QB | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
