2004 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 932 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A3 | B 95 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 25 L |
