1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1962 Steyr 500D is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 650 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Lancia | Steyr |
Model | Aurelia | 500D |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |