1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 342 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Aurelia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
