1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 375 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 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Lybra | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
