1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 166 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 70 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
