1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 27 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1955 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1955 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aurelia | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
