1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 187 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aurelia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
