1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 54 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 180 kg more than 2009 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Aurelia | Elise |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
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 | 119 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |