2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ypsilon | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
