1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Duna and 1997 Lancia Ypsilon were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 78 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Duna | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |