2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 52 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm). This means 1957 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
