2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
