1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 320 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ford Popular 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 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lancia Ypsilon (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Popular | 2008 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Popular | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
