1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 35 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 11 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aurelia | 190 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
