2001 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A6, 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 A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
