1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 13 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (105 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Lybra | Ka |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
