2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (244 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
