1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 59 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 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurelia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
