2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Linea is newer by 8 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Fiat Linea. 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, 2011 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Lybra | Linea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
