1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Lybra | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
