2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 386 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Appia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
