1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 454 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurelia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
