1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 17 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Aurelia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
