1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
