1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 47 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 115 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, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Aurelia | Almera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
