1986 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
