2006 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. Both 2006 Lancia Ypsilon and 2011 Fiat 500 are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 2006 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Ypsilon | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Ypsilon | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 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 | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12.5 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 | 1120 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 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 |