1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra

To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 2006 Lancia Lybra
Make Alfa Romeo Lancia
Model Spider Lybra
Year Released 1967 2006
Body Type Roadster Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1777 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.4:1
Top Speed 183 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1038 kg 1428 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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