1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Lybra | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1391 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |