1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ypsilon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
