1989 Holden Apollo vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 33 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1989 Holden Apollo, 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 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Apollo | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Apollo | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |