1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 53 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
