1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Lybra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |