1981 Audi UR vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 944 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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 UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | UR | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1990 mm |
