2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, 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 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charade | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |