1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Appia | R8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
