1977 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 29 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 475 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, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
