1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Impulse is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Impulse (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Impulse, 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Impulse | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Impulse | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
