1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 11 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Super 90 (85 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Super 90 (149 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1970 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Super 90 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
