2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Lybra | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
