2005 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
