1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1956 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 70 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
