1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 615 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Venture | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |