2003 Honda City vs. 1998 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Honda City 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda City weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 1998 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | City | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |