2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (108 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lybra | Optra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
