2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lybra | 155 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
