2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett.
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, 1983 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
