2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 181 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Lybra | Neon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
