1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 21 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Datsun | Lancia |
| Model | Violet | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
