2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna 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 1984 Lotus Etna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Lybra | Etna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
