2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 901 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Phedra | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Phedra | 353 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
