1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 51 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 455 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 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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (371 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2005 Opel Vectra 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. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
