2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
