2010 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. 2001 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2010 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Ypsilon | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
