2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
