2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 52 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1955 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1955 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1955 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Nitro 1955 Lancia Aurelia
Make Dodge Lancia
Model Nitro Aurelia
Year Released 2007 1955
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3699 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2460 mm


 

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