1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 53 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
