2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Lybra (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Lybra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
