1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (362 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 786 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.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Aurelia | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3009 mm |
