1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 48 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 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 385 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, 1998 Fiat Multipla, 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 Fiat Multipla (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Multipla | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
