2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Ypsilon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
