2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
