1997 Ford Puma vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
