2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Lybra | 205 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |
