1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 35 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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 44 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 1991 Audi Coupe has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Audi Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Audi Coupe 1956 Lancia Aurelia
Make Audi Lancia
Model Coupe Aurelia
Year Released 1991 1956
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 174 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 206 km/hour 178 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1174 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2660 mm