1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lancia | Lotus |
Model | Lybra | Elise |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |