1983 Ford Capri vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 186 Nm |
| 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
