1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (114 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm). This means 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Seicento | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
