2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 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. Both 2005 Fiat Panda and 1995 Lancia Ypsilon are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (114 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm). This means 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
