1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1953 Talbot Baby
To start off, 1955 Lancia Aurelia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Talbot Baby. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1953 Talbot Baby. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 506 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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 Lancia Aurelia | 1953 Talbot Baby | |
| Make | Lancia | Talbot |
| Model | Aurelia | Baby |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |
