1999 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, both 1999 Lancia Ypsilon and 1999 Lancia Kappa were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Ypsilon | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Ypsilon | Kappa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |