1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 306 is newer by 45 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 (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 113 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Peugeot 306, 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 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 306 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
