2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Vamos | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
