2003 Honda Z vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
