1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 1970 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Super 90 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| 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 | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
