2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1995 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1995 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Lybra | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
