1997 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 14 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 12 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
