2006 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Lancia 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
