2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Fiat Seicento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1998 Lancia Ypsilon (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Seicento | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
