1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Renault 25 is newer by 31 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 25 weights approximately 95 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, 1986 Renault 25, 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Aurelia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
