1983 Ford GT vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 166 kg more than 1983 Ford GT.
Because 1983 Ford GT 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 1983 Ford GT. 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
