1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr is newer by 10 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 85 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ford Zephyr 1956 Lancia Aurelia
Make Ford Lancia
Model Zephyr Aurelia
Year Released 1966 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 2451 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 105 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 85.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2460 mm


 

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