2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 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 | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2340 mm |
