1987 Audi 80 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80, 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
