2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2002 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2002 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Altezza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
