1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Triumph TR7. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Triumph TR7 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 1978 Triumph TR7. 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 (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph TR7. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Lybra | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
