1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 704 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 248 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 721 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Aurelia | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 881 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |