1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 417 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Excel | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
