1955 Lancia D 50 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia D 50 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia D 50 (247 HP @ 8100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia D 50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 760 kg more than 1955 Lancia D 50.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia D 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia D 50 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | D 50 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1400 kg |
