1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Brava | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
