2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 7 kg more than 1969 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan President 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 1969 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 1969 Nissan President | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Phedra | President |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
