2007 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Lancia Flaminia 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 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, 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, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.

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2007 Audi A3 1960 Lancia Flaminia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A3 Flaminia
Year Released 2007 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 198 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 42 L