2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Lybra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
