1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 42 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
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, 1996 Mazda 626, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
