2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (309 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
