1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 338 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
