1986 Audi 80 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 80 weights approximately 654 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 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 80 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 15 L |
