1970 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 16 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 86 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Junior | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
