2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
