2007 Audi A3 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
