1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1968 Monteverdi 2000
To start off, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Monteverdi 2000. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1968 Monteverdi 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Monteverdi |
| Model | Aurelia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
