1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1974 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1974 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 20 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, 1974 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1974 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1974 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
