1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Aurelia | 145 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
