1975 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
