2001 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
