2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mondeo | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |