1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 1953 Austin A 90. 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2011 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 90 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
