1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
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1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Flaminia | A3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |