1989 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 709 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 100 | QB |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 25 L |
