1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 186 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Lybra | Prius |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |