1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 25 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Cordoba | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
