1978 Austin Marina vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 368 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Austin Marina 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 1978 Austin Marina. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Marina | Lybra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |