2006 Honda Accord vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 860 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
