1997 Honda Legend vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 565 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |