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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 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 | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
