1990 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 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 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 198 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |