1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1962 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1962 Skoda 1202 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda 1202. (87 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1962 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Aurelia | 1202 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |