1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Lancia Aurelia | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Aurelia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |