2005 Audi TT vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Audi TT 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 530 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 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
