Review written on 3/1940.
Philadelphia Motors just released a new Compact Car called the Lackawanna. We've been waiting to see this vehicle in person. And now that we have, we can make our opinions known. Is it truly better than the class leader? The K5474. Or is even the lowly Distance better than it? Read to find out more!

I was giddy when I heard we were testing Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna. On the track this thing is fast. How fast? Notice there are no pictures on this page? That fast! This is one of the fastest Compact Car I've ever been in. As impressive as that sounds, the 46 hp @ 3776RPMs 1710 cc V2 engine is even more impressive. Peddle to the metal, this baby will do 77 mph easily. And in a straight line we hit a 33.818s 0 to 60 mph! When we hooked it up to our test trailer the 52 lb-ft of torque was able to move 22 lbs. Which was very good for a its class. The Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna handles smoothly and can really turn a corner for a Compact Car. While it is certainly not a race car, it can handle any real world situation you throw at it. Mommy can I keep it? Please?!

The Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna's interior is well designed. The seats have enough support to get you over a long trip, and the material qualities, while not amazing, are more than adequate. Many optional features in other vehicles are standard here. This leads to an overall nice experience inside the Lackawanna.

The Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna's 21 cu-ft of cargo and passenger space is plenty for the typical consumer. It is certainly better than average for this type of vehicle. While there are some areas that could be improved all in all we think the Lackawanna is good.

The manufacturing process of Philadelphia Motors has really found something. The Lackawanna seems like a hand built car through and through. The workmanship is amazing. Only fine artisans could produce something like this.

I imagine it'll be rare to find a Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna in repair shops or even junk yards. These things are well built with quality parts. And that will show in the long run.

The 17.4 mpg city and might not look great. And it isn't. But there are worst options out there. That is no excuse however. The Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna needs to squeeze out a little more mileage if it ever wants to be a contender.

In some sense the Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna reminds us of an over protective parent. One that wraps you in damage proof forcefield that prevents all interaction with the outside world. While the Lackawanna isn't that safe. It is still quite comforting to know that nothing can hurt you.

I was happy with the time I spent in the Philadelphia Motors Lackawanna. This car is truly magnificent. I think future generations will look back at this vehicle and think, "I wish I owned one of these." It is absolutely one of the best Compact Car you can buy. An instant classic that others in the segment will be compared to. I wish I could spend more time with the Lackawanna but it is time for them to take it away. I believe I might go buy one myself.