1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
