1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Lybra | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |