1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 11 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), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2010 BMW 116 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 2010 BMW 116. 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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Lybra | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
