1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
