2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2004 Lancia Ypsilon are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 69 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
