2002 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3, 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, 2002 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
