1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 45 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Aurelia | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
