2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 19 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | HR-V | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
