2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Optra (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Optra | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
