1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 540 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Lybra | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |