1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 285 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Seicento | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 153 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 | 735 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
