2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 607 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Lybra | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
