1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2005 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
