2007 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Ypsilon | Albea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
