2009 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 833 kg more than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1997 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Civic | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
