1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Applause | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
