1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 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 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Aurelia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
