1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 49 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Aurelia | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
