1970 Audi Variant vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1970 Audi Variant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 257 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Lancia Appia 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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 Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Appia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
