2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1954 Rover P4 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 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1954 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Lybra | P4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
