1989 Honda Accord vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 119 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm). This means 1954 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 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
