1997 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Echo weights approximately 158 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Echo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
