1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
