2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider 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 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Lybra | Spider |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |