2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 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 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Kappa | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
