2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Kalina | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
