2000 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Civic | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |