1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | Mark IV | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2600 mm |
