1970 GAZ 24 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 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1970 GAZ 24 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 GAZ 24. 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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | 24 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
