1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 550 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 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Lancia | Audi |
Model | Aurelia | A5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |