1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 85 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurelia | Passat |
Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |