1999 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Ypsilon | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Ypsilon | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |