2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Lybra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
