2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Tata Indica. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2003 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Lybra | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
