1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 51 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Aurelia | Elise |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |