2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1973 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia 2000. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1973 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
