2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II.
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, 2001 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara II | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 970 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
