1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 38 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 405 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
