1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 39 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1953 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Tempo | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
