2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
