1984 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 715 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | LN | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
