1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 345 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
