1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 42 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 145 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
