1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 308 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
