1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 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 8 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 146 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
