1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
