1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
