2002 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (113 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 939 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. 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, 2002 Audi A4 (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A4 | B |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
