2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1988 Lancia Thema

To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.

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, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lancia Lybra 1988 Lancia Thema
Make Lancia Lancia
Model Lybra Thema
Year Released 2006 1988
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2670 mm


 

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