1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta 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 45 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
