2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Lybra | Micra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
