2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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, 2000 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
