2004 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia

To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.

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2004 Audi A3 1963 Lancia Flavia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A3 Flavia
Year Released 2004 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L