2004 Audi S4 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
