1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 196 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 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Aurelia | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |