1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1977 Audi Fox is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi Fox weights approximately 72 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1977 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Appia | Fox |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
