2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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 Lancia Ypsilon (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Brava | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
