1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 73 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.

Because 1954 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Barchetta 1954 Lancia Aurelia
Make Fiat Lancia
Model Barchetta Aurelia
Year Released 1999 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 85.5 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1133 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2660 mm


 

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