1954 Fiat V8 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1955 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat V8 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat V8 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | V8 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
