1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 820 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Lybra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |