1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 695 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 600 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
