2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 9 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Bravo | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
