2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 266 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1979 Porsche 924 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 1979 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Lybra | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Lybra | 924 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |