1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 17 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 442 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Ypsilon | Juke |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
