2004 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 745 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 114 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |