1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1027 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Lancia | Dodge |
Model | Aurelia | Durango |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3043 mm |