1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny is newer by 36 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 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 26 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, 1991 Nissan Sunny, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Aurelia | Sunny |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |