1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia

To start off, 1970 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia, 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 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Lancia Aurelia 1970 Lancia Fulvia
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Aurelia Fulvia
Year Released 1956 1970
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 119 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2340 mm


 

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