1989 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1995 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
