1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,928 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 855 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Lybra (181 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
