1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 7 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Lybra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
