2005 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1956 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | S4 | Appia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
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 | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 78 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |