1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 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 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 60 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Aurelia | 146 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
