1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 33 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 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 74 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, 1991 Peugeot 205, 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, 1991 Peugeot 205 (212 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Aurelia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
