2008 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Ypsilon | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
