2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
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 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 1999 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Lybra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
