2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Lybra | Zeta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
