1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Lancia Aurelia (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 128 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
