2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Aurelia (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 67 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Fiesta | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |