2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
