1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 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 32 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 141 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
