2004 Audi A3 vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 47 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 1128 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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A3 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 15 L |
