1995 Ford Escort vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 37 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 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
