1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 6C | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
