1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Appia | S3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
