1980 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100, 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, 1980 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 100 | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | 100 | Appia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |