2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 207 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (114 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm). This means 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
