1974 Ford Granada vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 370 kg more than 1953 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
