1994 Dodge Venom vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1994 Dodge Venom is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Venom is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 3 kg more than 1994 Dodge Venom.
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 Dodge Venom (339 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1994 Dodge Venom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Venom | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Venom | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
