2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Ypsilon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
