1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2600 mm |
