1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1303 is newer by 14 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 52 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurelia | 1303 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |