1957 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1007 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Lancia Aurelia | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Aurelia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2893 mm |