1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 305 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Aurelia | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
