1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 818 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 1996 Caterham 7 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 1996 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | 7 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
