1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lada 1200. 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 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 1200 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |
