1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 18 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Aurelia | 265 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |