2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S2000 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
