2004 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lybra | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
