1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 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 17 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 200, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Aurelia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
