1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Seat Altea

To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 48 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, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 370 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, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Lancia Aurelia 2005 Seat Altea
Make Lancia Seat
Model Aurelia Altea
Year Released 1957 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2451 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 116 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2590 mm


 

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