1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 24 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 245 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1979 Volvo 245 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Aurelia | 245 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
