1973 Ford Granada vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1973 Ford Granada is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 172 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1954 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1954 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
