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Lancia Lybra 839 1.8 16V (131 Hp)
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Lancia Lybra:
The Lancia Lybra is a compact executive car manufactured and marketed by Italian automaker Lancia between 1998 and 2005, based on the Alfa Romeo 156 floorpan, and replacing the Dedra in Lancia's range. Like the Dedra, the Lybra was available as a Berlina or a Station Wagon. A total of 164,660 cars were made.
The late 1990s were a dark period for the Italian group Fiat and its automotive subsidiaries. Losses were mounting, and the group's management, led by Italian-American financier Mr. Fresco, former second-in-command at General Electric, was determined to divest from the automotive division....(Read more on Wikipedia)
839 Overview:
Lancia Lybra (839). With 164 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1300 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.3 s). The top speed reaches 201 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lancia Lybra (839) generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features were typical for its era, including ABS and multiple airbags, but no independent crash test rating is available.
1.8 16V (131 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Respectable power for a 1.8L, offering a good balance between the 1.6 and 2.0 petrol engines.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel consumption for a petrol engine of its size and era, a reasonable compromise.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptionally comfortable ride quality
- • Distinctive and elegant Italian styling
- • High-quality interior materials and finish for its class
- • Strong and fuel-efficient JTD diesel engines
- • Excellent value on the used car market
Cons:
- • Dated infotainment and technology by modern standards
- • Some reports of electrical gremlins and reliability issues
- • Limited parts availability for certain components
- • Heavy depreciation from new
- • Petrol engines can be quite thirsty, especially the 2.0L
- • Not officially tested by Euro NCAP for safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(SW (839): August, 2002 - December, 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lancia |
| Model: | Lybra |
| Generation: | 839 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 16V (131 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 1999 |
| End of production: | December, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 131 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 164 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 839 A9.000 More details about the engine 839 A9.000 |
| Engine displacement: | 1747 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 201 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 100.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.9 kg/Nm, 126.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1300 |
| Max. weight: | 1820 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 420 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4466 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1743 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1462 mm mm [8mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2593 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1497 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1459 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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