1986 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 100 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 57 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 15 L |
