1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1585 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 | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
