1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 45 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 42 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. 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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 306 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
