2002 Ford Fusion vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Because 1955 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion, 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fusion | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
