1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 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 60 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Lybra | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
