2002 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Fulvia. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Audi A6 1976 Lancia Fulvia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A6 Fulvia
Year Released 2002 1976
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 38 L