1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Lybra | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |