1990 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
