2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 51 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto, 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
