1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Aurelia | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
