1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 55 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 97 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2009 Opel Corsa, 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
