1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 34 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 17 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205. 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, 1992 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Aurelia | 205 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |