1965 Lancia Flavia vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flavia. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flavia | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Flavia | S4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
