1980 Audi Sport vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 440 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Sport | K |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
