2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Ypsilon | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
