1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1976 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Gamma (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Lancia Gamma (208 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1976 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
