1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 58 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Aurelia | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
