1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1978 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 404 is newer by 22 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 53 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1978 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 404 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
