1984 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 25 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), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 822 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.
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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | 200 | Foursome |
Year Released | 1984 | 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 | 180 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 25 L |