1986 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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, 1986 Citroen BX (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
