2007 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |