1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 49 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 11 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 200 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, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
