1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | Carol |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
