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Lancia Aprilia

1937 — Italy

Pre-War (before 1946)Italian
Engine1,352 cc
DrivetrainRWD

Lancia Aprilia

The Lancia Aprilia continued Vincenzo Lancia's innovation legacy with its streamlined aerodynamic body achieving a remarkably low drag coefficient of 0.47. Its unitary body construction, four-wheel independent suspension, and compact V4 engine created a package that handled like a sports car despite being a family sedan. The Aprilia's innovative features included hydraulic brakes, a sliding steering column, and exceptional weight distribution. Production continued after WWII, cementing its reputation as one of the most advanced automobiles of the 1930s and 1940s.