1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1965 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 15 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 36 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 455 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. 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, 1965 Morris Mini Moke, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Aurelia | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
