1995 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 Lancia Flaminia 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 Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4, 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 Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Audi A4 1956 Lancia Flaminia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A4 Flaminia
Year Released 1995 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2780 mm