1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1978 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 24 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 63 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Aurelia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
