1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 12 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lancia | Tata |
Model | Ypsilon | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |