2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 175 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 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Astra | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
