1978 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
