1976 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 1976 Audi 100 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 100 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1790 mm |
