1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1983 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1983 Lancia Trevi is newer by 27 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 19 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1983 Lancia Trevi, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1983 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Aurelia | Trevi |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
