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 |
