2002 Lancia Phedra vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 56 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lancia Phedra (308 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Phedra | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Phedra | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
