2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Opel Omega (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Ypsilon | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
