1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 392 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
