2007 Lancia Lybra vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Lybra | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Lybra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
