1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
