2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 408 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Lybra | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |