1985 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 724 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.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 100 | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1990 mm |
