1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 186 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Appia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
