2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2009 Holden Barina
To start off, both 2009 Lancia Ypsilon and 2009 Holden Barina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Holden Barina (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2009 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Ypsilon | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
