2003 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |