2006 Audi A4 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 Lancia Aurelia 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 1953 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.

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2006 Audi A4 1953 Lancia Aurelia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A4 Aurelia
Year Released 2006 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L