1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2000 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
