1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Lybra | Cedric |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |