2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Cruze | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
