1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 445 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (149 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
