1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 20 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 27 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
