1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 997 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lybra | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
