2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Lybra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
