1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1986 Toyota Tercel (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. 1986 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Ypsilon | Tercel |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |