1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser.
Because 1950 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Ford Laser (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Aurelia | Laser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
