2004 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | 037 Rallye |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
