2001 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 28 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (90 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 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, 2001 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.

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2001 Audi A4 1973 Lancia Fulvia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A4 Fulvia
Year Released 2001 1973
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 237 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 69.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 241 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 972 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 37 L