2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1970 Triumph Stag
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph Stag (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Stag should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Because 1970 Triumph Stag 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 1970 Triumph Stag. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Stag. (234 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1970 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Lybra | Stag |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
