1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 221 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dart | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |