1999 Honda Z 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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 24 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 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 | 61 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
