2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | K2700 | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2456 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
