1988 Honda Legend vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 34 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |