2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 846 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano 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 2012 Tata Nano. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Lybra | Nano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
