2005 Holden Statesman vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 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, 2005 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. 2005 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Statesman | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
