2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
