1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 48 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 250 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2002 GAZ 3111 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. 2002 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Lancia | GAZ |
| Model | Aurelia | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
