2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 238 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
