2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 343 kg more than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Phedra (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lancia | Buick |
| Model | Phedra | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1773 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
