1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 53 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 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 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 2011 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Aurelia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |
