1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 22 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 45 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Sunbird | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |