1981 Fiat Strada vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Strada. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
