1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 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 1978 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 133 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
