1997 Honda Today vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 1 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1996 Lancia Ypsilon (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Today | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
