2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Beta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
