1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 61 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 35 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Aurelia | Panda |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
