1998 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 42 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 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 | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
