1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1958 Austin A 95 is newer by 1 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 95 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |