1995 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 695 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 1995 Audi A8 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, 1995 Audi A8 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A8 | Appia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |