1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 46 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 343 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.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 407 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
