1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 624 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Aurelia | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3250 mm |