1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 620 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 A3, 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 A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 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 A3 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Appia | A3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |