1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL is newer by 40 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 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. 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, 1996 Saturn SL, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Aurelia | SL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
