1994 Fiat Punto 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 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
