2007 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia 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 Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A6 | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |