2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 34 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 634 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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Phedra | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
