2009 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 99 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
