2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia

To start off, 2004 Lancia Lybra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.

Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lancia Lybra 1958 Lancia Aurelia
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Lybra Aurelia
Year Released 2004 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2460 mm