1977 Ford Capri vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Capri 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 1977 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Capri | Lybra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |