1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC 2-Litre | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | 2-Litre | Lybra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |