2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Lybra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
