1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Morgan 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 2004 Morgan 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 (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Lybra | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
