2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 554 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Because 1966 Lotus Elan 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 1966 Lotus Elan. 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, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Lybra | Elan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1557 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |