1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 10 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 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 371 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Chevelle | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
