2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 1997 Mazda RX-7. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Phedra | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
