2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Opel | Lancia |
| Model | Corsa | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 47 L |
