1979 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1957 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 100 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 |
