2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 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 15 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |
