2000 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
