1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1962 Volvo 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 124 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Aurelia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
