2002 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 3 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Sirion | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
