1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Arena (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Arena weights approximately 654 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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Berkeley | Proton |
| Model | QB | Arena |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
