1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 1987 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Alpine | Lancia |
| Model | V6 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
