1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Spider | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |