1960 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 600 | Lybra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |