1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 33 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
