2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 151 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Skoda | Lancia |
| Model | Fabia | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
