1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 70. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 70 | Lybra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 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 |