1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 579 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 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | QB | 2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |