2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 Lancia Prisma. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Prisma. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
