1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ypsilon | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
