1986 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 1986 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Accord | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |