1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 1221 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 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Berkeley | Kia |
| Model | QB | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
