2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2001 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2001 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
