1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 149 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Festiva | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |