2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 800 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Patriot | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
