1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 52 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 735 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 198 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Aurelia | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |