1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 is newer by 15 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1971 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Aurelia | 164 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |