2000 Ford Puma 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 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Puma | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
