1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 35 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurelia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
