1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
