1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 1900 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
