2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Rover 45.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Ypsilon | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |
