2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
