1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Lybra | Fabia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |