1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
