1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 370 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 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
