1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 321 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Lybra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1390 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
