1992 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 316 would be higher. Both 1992 BMW 316 and 2000 Lancia Lybra are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1992 BMW 316 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 1992 BMW 316. 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, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 316 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
