2002 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Lancia Lybra
To start off, both 2002 Kia Rio and 2002 Lancia Lybra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2002 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2600 mm |
