1989 Honda Accord vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 201 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm). This means 1953 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |