1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 1969 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Vega | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
