2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Lybra | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Lybra | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |