2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
