1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2001 Suzuki EV Sport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (314 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
