1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 53 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 1046 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Hyundai |
| Model | QB | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11:01 |
| 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 | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2640 mm |
