1998 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1505 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 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Ypsilon | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2980 mm |
