2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Lancia | Rover |
Model | Ypsilon | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |