1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 8 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 464 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aurelia | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
