1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 455 kg more than 1953 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Camaro | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |