2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 451 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Lybra | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Lybra | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |