1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 41 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 545 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aurelia | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
