1953 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 890 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Aurelia | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Aurelia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
