2007 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A4 1963 Lancia Fulvia
Make Audi Lancia
Model A4 Fulvia
Year Released 2007 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 69.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 223 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L