2003 Citroen C5 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5, 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C5 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |