1996 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1969 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
