1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, both 1955 Fiat 1400 and 1955 Lancia Aurelia were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 9 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1400 | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 1400 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |