1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 36 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
