1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 40 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser.
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, 1990 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1990 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1990 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Aurelia | Laser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
