2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 21 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Ypsilon | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2820 mm |
