2009 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1960 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | A3 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 25 L |
