1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 23 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
