1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 1424 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.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | QB | Antara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |