1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Aurelia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
