1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 74 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Volvo 460, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Aurelia | 460 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |