1980 Audi UR vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1980 Audi UR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi UR weights approximately 390 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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 UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | UR | Appia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
