1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1961 Fiat 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 517 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
