1999 Audi A3 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1999 Audi A3 is newer by 42 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A3 weights approximately 858 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, 1999 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A3 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
Make | Audi | Berkeley |
Model | A3 | Sports |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 15 L |