1990 Ford Probe vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 350 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Probe | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
