2009 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 54 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, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 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 | 966 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
