1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 41 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 11 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 451 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, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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, 1996 Peugeot 806 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Aurelia | 806 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |