2006 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 168 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
