2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 50 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 198 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Hyundai Accent, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Accent 1954 Lancia Aurelia
Make Hyundai Lancia
Model Accent Aurelia
Year Released 2004 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1341 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 2450 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1133 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2660 mm