2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
