1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 56 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) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 139 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Aurelia | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
