2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Saloon weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 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 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Ypsilon | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
