1977 Ford Granada vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Granada | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |