2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 1996 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Lybra | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
