1998 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Ypsilon | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Ypsilon | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |