1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 232 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
