2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Minor 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 1959 Morris Minor. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Lybra | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Lybra | Minor |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |