2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 47 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 466 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
