1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 37 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 31 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Aurelia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
