1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 45 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 2,616 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (238 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 278 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Aurelia | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |