1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1965 NSU 1200 is newer by 11 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 534 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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 (160 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Lancia | NSU |
| Model | Aurelia | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
