1998 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
