1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
