2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2003 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Lybra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
