1984 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | 200 | Appia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |