1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1956 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
