1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Lybra | Victor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |