1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 15 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
