1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 38 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 622 kg more than 1953 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |
