2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lancia Lybra | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Lybra | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |