1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1964 MG 1100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Lancia Aurelia 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 MG 1100, 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, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Aurelia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
