1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 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 37 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Aurelia | 914 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
