1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 141 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
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, 1994 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Neon | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Neon | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1109 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
