1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 116 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
