2005 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 421 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |