2009 Audi TT vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 31 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT, 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, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
