2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 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 | 1152 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
