1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 1027 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2013 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | QB | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
