1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 51 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 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 218 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Aurelia | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
