1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 130 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
