2003 Audi A2 vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 2003 Audi A2 is newer by 44 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 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A2 (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A2 weights approximately 574 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, 2003 Audi A2 (141 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A2 | B |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 25 L |
