1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Lancia | Dacia |
| Model | Aurelia | Duster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2673 mm |
