1996 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 1971 Lancia Fulvia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Fulvia
Year Released 1996 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 191 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 234 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L