1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 38 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Duna | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
