1996 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
