2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
