1981 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | 80 | Foursome |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1990 mm |