1970 Audi 100 vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1970 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
