1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Tatra T603 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Tatra T603 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 1959 Tatra T603. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Lancia | Tatra |
Model | Lybra | T603 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |