1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 52 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 554 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Aurelia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3250 mm |
