2007 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Corsa | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 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 | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |
