2012 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Trevi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A4 | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
