1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 54 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 350 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 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
