1991 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Clio | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
