2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 198 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Lybra | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Lancia | Venturi |
Model | Lybra | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |