2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ridgeline | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2460 mm |
