1999 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia 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 Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A4 | Appia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |