2004 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 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 | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
