1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, 2011 Audi A1 is newer by 54 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A1 weights approximately 180 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, 2011 Audi A1, 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, 2011 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Appia | A1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2469 mm |
