1979 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 244 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
