2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Talbot 2500 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Because 1958 Talbot 2500 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 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1958 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Lybra | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Lancia | Talbot |
Model | Lybra | 2500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |