2004 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, 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, 2004 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
