1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Prisma | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
