1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 659 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 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Audi |
| Model | QB | A1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 34 L |
