1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 50 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 186 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Aurelia | Elise |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
