1970 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 371 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 17 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 1970 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | 17 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
