2009 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 844 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
