1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 25 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 690 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Cordoba | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
