1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 453 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Aurelia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
