1999 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
