1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 56 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 288 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurelia | Passat |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |