1998 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 238 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1959 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
