1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 38 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 154 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Aurelia | Prowler |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |