1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 380 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.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Aurelia | Evora |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2575 mm |