2005 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka.
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 2010 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Ypsilon | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
