2002 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
