1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. 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 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Lybra | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
