2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 79 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Phedra | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
