1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 489 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 1200 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
