1999 Honda Z vs. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2004 Lancia Ypsilon (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
