1989 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 80 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | 80 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1780 mm |
