1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Lybra |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |