2009 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 281 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Ypsilon | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
