2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Subaru | Lancia |
| Model | Impreza | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
