2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 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 81 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 911 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lancia | Wartburg |
| Model | Phedra | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| 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 | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
