1977 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
