2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Chante 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 118 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 956 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | Chante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
