2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
