2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 200 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Ypsilon | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
