1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
