2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Phedra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
