1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1967 MG 1100 is newer by 11 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 62 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 MG 1100, 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Aurelia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
