1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 51 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 762 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Berkeley | Honda |
| Model | QB | Fit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 117 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
