1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 54 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1092 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
| Model | QB | Compass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |
