2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Ypsilon | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
