2004 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Hit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
