1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 225 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Aurelia | Camry |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |