1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 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 43 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Lancia Aurelia 1973 Nissan Bluebird
Make Lancia Nissan
Model Aurelia Bluebird
Year Released 1954 1973
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2451 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 119 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2510 mm


 

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