1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Porsche | Lancia |
| Model | 911 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
