1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | Camry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
