1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa 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 94 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 688 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Lybra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |