2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
