2006 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Hit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
