2008 Audi A5 vs. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye

To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A5 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye
Make Audi Lancia
Model A5 037 Rallye
Year Released 2008 1982
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4163 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 349 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 7.5:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 51 L