1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 49 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206.
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, 2005 Peugeot 206, 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (261 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 206 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
