1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2003 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2003 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Brava | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
