1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 31 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Aurelia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |