1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1986 Skoda L
To start off, 1986 Skoda L is newer by 29 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1986 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 Skoda L. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1986 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Aurelia | L |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
