1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 57 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 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 554 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, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Lancia | Citroen |
Model | Aurelia | C4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |