1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 157 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Aurelia | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 12 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 | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
