1979 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 783 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Phedra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1773 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |