2000 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
