1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Seat 1400 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 1961 Seat 1400. 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 (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Lybra | 1400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |