2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 1962 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Rover P5. (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Lybra | P5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
