2009 Lancia Phedra vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 466 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 1973 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lancia Phedra | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Phedra | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |