2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 51 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 850 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cerato | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
