1951 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1951 Rover P4 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 1951 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1951 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Rover | Lancia |
| Model | P4 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |
