1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 295 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 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
