2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 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 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (213 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lybra | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
