1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Aspen | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
