2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,492 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 398 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
