1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
