1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 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 2 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulia | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
